New torture device?

Yep. It’s “Six Second Abs.” Before you all comment it’s a waste of money and it doesn’t work, let me reiterate: The Boyfriend picked it up. From the thrift store. I think it cost about $3.

For $3, I’ll try it. I did try it, actually … and it felt like it did something. Oh, I’m not convinced it’s the key to a flat stomach or six-pack abs, but it’s — gulp — kind of fun.

Don’t let the Boyfriend hear me say that, though. He’ll be pushing me to do it all the time.

And it is linked to Flirty Girl Fitness, the infomercial for which I’ve watched more than once. It looks like a lot of fun.

What can I say? I also enjoy belly dancing workouts and “strip aerobics” seminars. I’d also be one of the first in line for a pole dancing fitness class, should such a thing ever make it to little old Flagstaff. I know they exist in Phoenix and other big cities.

Hmm … maybe I don’t have as far to go as I think when it comes to that whole “loving my body thing.” I guess it just depends on the day, hour and minute. My mood swings on the subject are monumental.

Recent Posts

Losing weight is easy …

... if you're in a coma, maybe. Most of us have to work at it — every day and every minute. It's not easy to make the right choices, to drink water instead of (diet) soda, pick the grilled chicken sandwich instead of a burger or choose to get up and get moving instead of lounging around in bed. After spening too long making the wrong choices, I've re-committed to a low-carb lifestyle. My choices may no longer be Weight Watchers- or Whole30- or paleo-approved, but the concept is the same: I'm still getting closer to my goal weight one choice at a time.

Let’s talk

Have a question, comment or suggestion? Email me at arleneawl@gmail.com

I’m in

Disclaimer

Please note that I’m not a doctor, registered dietitian or fitness expert. I'm merely sharing my experiences with weight loss, cooking and life. This is what works for me—or sometimes doesn't. That doesn't mean it will/won't work for you. When it comes to your health and fitness, do your research. Everybody is different.